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Long-Time Community Leader Honoured Through Park Renaming Ceremony

For Immediate Release
Tuesday, October 6, 2026 - Port Hope, ON

This weekend, members of Council, Municipal staff, family, friends, community organizations and residents gathered at Kinsmen Park to celebrate the life and legacy of long-time Councillor, Deputy Mayor and dedicated community volunteer Jeff Lees through the official renaming of the park to Jeff Lees Memorial Kinsmen Park.

The ceremony recognized Jeff’s extraordinary contributions to the Municipality of Port Hope and the many community...

Municipality of Port Hope to Welcome New Interim Director of Development Services

For Immediate Release
Tuesday, October 6, 2026 - Port Hope, ON

The Municipality is pleased to announce the appointment of Brian Bridgeman as the new Interim Director of Development Services, effective October 13, 2026.

Mr. Bridgeman holds a Bachelor of Environmental Studies, School of Urban and Regional Planning from the University of Waterloo and a Diploma in Public Administration from the University of Western Ontario. In his most recent role as Commissioner of Community Growth and Economic...

2026 Fire Prevention Week is October 4 to 10

Port Hope Fire and Emergency Services is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) to support Fire Prevention Week. This year’s FPW theme, “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower,” focuses on the simple steps people can take to recharge safely. Safe charging means making smart choices every time you plug in.

Many devices used in our daily lives, like phones, tablets, laptops, tools, toys, e-bikes, and scooters, run on rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, which...

Fall Tree Maintenance Program

The annual tree trimming program is now underway in Port Hope. Regular pruning helps keep municipal trees healthy, encourages strong growth and removes dead, damaged, or diseased branches before they become a safety concern.

The work is completed in the fall because trees are entering their dormant season. During this time, pruning causes less stress on the tree and allows it to recover more effectively before new growth begins in the spring. Fall trimming also makes it easier for crews to...

Port Hope Council Approves New Tourism Strategy and Action Plan

For Immediate Release
Thursday, October 1, 2026 - Port Hope, ON

At their meeting on September 15, Port Hope Council approved a new Tourism Strategy and Action Plan, establishing a clear roadmap to strengthen the municipality's visitor economy over the next five years and support sustainable tourism growth across the community.

The strategy is rooted in extensive community engagement conducted between November 2023 and May 2024, and again in February 2026. The process gathered valuable feedback from...